BAY MINETTE, Alabama --- The Baldwin County Sheriff’s Office is pleased to announce the dates and locations for the 3rd Annual 2011 Baldwin County Sheriff’s Office Shining Star Youth Camps.

The Baldwin County Sheriff’s Office Shining Star Youth Camp is a program established to promote positive interaction between the Baldwin County Sheriff’s Office and children between the ages of 8 and 13. The purpose of the program is to build life skills, instill confidence and develop self esteem.

The curriculum includes a wide range of activities that will incorporate team work, physical fitness and general Sheriff’s Office information. This program is a cooperative effort by several public safety and public service agencies throughout Baldwin County, which provide knowledge in a safe and fun environment.

Activities include drug awareness with K-9 demonstrations, crime scene investigations, boater’s safety with simulators, fire safety, physical health information, bowling, obstacle courses, guest speakers, a family fun day, and many other activities.

The Baldwin County Sheriff’s Office Shining Star Camps will be held at:

Baldwin County High School, Bay Minette, Wednesday, June 13  through Saturday June 16.

Central Baldwin Middle School, Robertsdale, Wednesday, June 27  through Saturday June 30.

Fairhope Intermediate School, Wednesday, Aug. 1 through Saturday Aug. 4.

The Camp staff is made up of volunteers of the Baldwin County Sheriff’s Office as well as other participating agencies. The camp fee is $30.00 and includes camp shirts and activities. The application for the camp can be picked up at the Baldwin County Sheriff’s office and is also located on the Baldwin County Sheriff’s Office website: www.sheriffofbaldwin.com.

For further information please contact Mrs. Linda Anderson at 251-972-6890